Humboldt survivor, Ryan Straschnitzki, making Lethbridge speaking appearance
A survivor of the 2018 Humboldt Broncos crash, Ryan Straschnitzki, will make a speaking appearance in Lethbridge in collaboration with Lethbridge Polytechnic and businessman, Bruce McKillop.
Straschnitzki who is now paralyzed from the chest down since the accident, has been a keynote speaker and inspiring figure about promoting adaptive sports, accessible rehabilitation and sharing messages of resilience.
Two sessions will be held at the Trade and Convention Centre on March 4th, with one set aside that’s tailored to Polytechnic students. The student session is free for Polytechnic students to attend and will begin at 2 p.m.. The main event will begin at 6 p.m., with general tickets priced at $25 and $15 for Polytechnic alumni and employees.